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08-12-2023
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Marine stationed at Camp Pendleton charged with sexual assault of a minor
A U.S. Marine stationed at Camp Pendleton has been charged with sexual assault of a minor and violating liberty restriction, following the discovery of a missing 14-year-old girl at the base. The command has scheduled a preliminary hearing and will review all charges and evidence before deciding whether the case should be tried by court-martial. The Marine's identity has not been disclosed, but they have been previously identified as belonging to the Combat Logistics Battalion 5, 1st Marine Logistics Group.
Arrest of Father Linked to Crash of Colombian Children
Manuel Ranoque, the father of the children involved in a crash in Colombia, has been arrested on allegations of abuse. Ranoque has been in a legal battle for custody of the children with their maternal grandparents, with their mother passing away shortly after the crash. The children have been under the care of the child protection agency since then.
3-Year-Old Dies on Bus of Asylum-Seekers En Route to Chicago
A 3-year-old child died while traveling on a bus of asylum-seekers from Brownsville, Texas to the Chicago area. After showing signs of health concerns, the child was transported to a local hospital where they were later pronounced dead. The Texas Division of Emergency Management stated that each passenger underwent a temperature check and medical assessment before departure.
Drones shot down and missiles prevented in attacks on Russian-controlled areas
Russian air defenses shot down 14 drones and jammed 6 more, while also preventing an attack on the Crimean bridge. The bridge, which connects Russia and Crimea, is strategically important for Moscow. Ukrainian missile and drone attacks have increased in recent weeks, unsettling Russians and highlighting the vulnerability of the bridge. In other developments, Russia claimed to have regained control of a village in Ukraine and there were reports of casualties in various regions.
Russian Su-30 fighter jet crashes in Kaliningrad
A Russian Su-30 fighter jet crashed in a deserted area in Kaliningrad, resulting in the death of the crew. The flight was carried out without ammunition, and officials believe that a technical malfunction was the likely cause. This incident adds to a series of crashes experienced by the Russian air force, which some attribute to the increased number of flights during the conflict in Ukraine.
Shooting incident at Home Depot store leaves one dead and two injured
A shooting incident at a Home Depot store in Pensacola resulted in one person dead and two others injured. The suspect has been apprehended and it was revealed that the shooter and the victim knew each other. The victim was identified as a third-party contractor, not a Home Depot employee.
Alabama High School Basketball Player Dies After Medical Emergency
Caleb White, a star basketball player at Pinson Valley High School in Alabama, tragically passed away after suffering a medical emergency at school. Efforts to save him were made, and he was transported to the hospital, but unfortunately, he was pronounced dead not long after. The cause and manner of his death will be determined through a postmortem examination. White was highly ranked in the state and national levels as a point guard, and he is remembered by friends and fellow students for his talent and positive nature.
Explosion in Denver believed to be caused by natural gas
A suspected natural gas explosion in Denver resulted in a building being reduced to rubble. Although there was no fire, a significant amount of damage was caused, and one person had to crawl over debris to escape. Some residents were displaced, and a pet dog lost its life in the blast.
Niger President Held in Detention, Threatened with Starvation
President Mohamed Bazoum, the democratically elected leader of Niger, is being held in detention along with his family, facing threats of starvation. The military junta that seized power has cut off their food supplies, with the plan to starve them to death. The international community has expressed concern for Bazoum's well-being, and there are reports of mistreatment. The coup in Niger has drawn attention due to the country's status as a Western-allied democracy and its strategic importance in the fight against armed jihadist groups. The United States has invested heavily in Niger and has a significant military presence in the country. Despite the dire circumstances, Bazoum remains in good spirits.
Kenosha police officers punch man in Applebee's parking lot
A Black man holding a baby was punched by Kenosha police officers in the parking lot of an Applebee's restaurant, following a hit-and-run crash. The man was not responsible for the crash but resisted officers' orders. Kenosha, already known for incidents of police violence, faced protests in 2020 after a white officer shot Jacob Blake, a Black man. Advocates for justice are now calling for charges against the officers involved in this latest incident.